Description
Homemade Krispy Kreme doughnuts are a delightful treat that you can easily make in your own kitchen. These soft, pillowy delights capture the essence of the iconic store-bought version while allowing you to customize flavors and toppings. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll be indulging in warm, freshly made doughnuts in no time. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, this recipe promises to bring joy to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour (500g)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk (240ml), warmed to 110°F
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (60g), melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Oil for frying (approximately 4 cups)
- Powdered sugar for glazing
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine warm milk with granulated sugar and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix flour, salt, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and the foamy yeast mixture until well combined into a sticky dough.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place it in a greased bowl and cover.
- Allow the dough to rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
- Roll out the dough to about ½ inch thick and cut out shapes using a donut cutter.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C) and fry each donut until golden brown on both sides (about 1-2 minutes per side).
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 doughnut - approx. 70g
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg